If you have a loved one that currently lives in a Madison assisted living community, we know it can be difficult for you to not see them every day. After all, this could be your aunt, uncle, mother, father, grandmother, grandfather, brother, sister, or close friend, and you want to make sure they are in good hands.
Rest assured, if your loved one is staying with us at Tennyson Assisted Living –– a premier Madison senior living community –– they will get the care and attention they need every single day. We will make sure they are comfortable and make the necessary accommodations if there is an issue or concern.
As summer draws near, we know it is important that each resident has all the items they need to prepare for the warmer weather. There’s some things you can do to help your loved one stay as comfortable as possible this summer, and it starts by making a few changes to their room. As a leading Madison senior living community, our team at Tennyson Assisted Living has a few suggestions on how to get your loved one’s room summer ready.
Air Conditioning, Fans, Windows, and Blinds
All four of these items will make a big impact on how comfortable your loved one’s room is this summer. First, ask your loved one if they are comfortable with their room temperature at their assisted living facility in Madison. If they are not, see if the staff can make the proper adjustments. Also, provide your loved one with a fan if there are times when the air conditioning can’t quite keep up, especially on an extremely hot day.
Lastly, make sure the windows are closed and sealed properly so that no cold air escapes and no unwanted hot air sneaks in. Also, make sure the blinds can be easily closed to block out the sun on particularly hot days.

Summer Wardrobe
Once you are positive that those cold winter temperatures are going to be gone for a few months, replace your loved one’s winter clothes with more summer-friendly items. Some of the best things to bring are light-colored clothes made with breathable materials. Clothing should fit loosely so that your loved one is as comfortable as possible. It is important that your loved one’s closet at their assisted living community in Madison has plenty of clothing options for different summer activities.
Give Their Room a Summer Theme
If your loved one is a big fan of summer, then help showcase it in their room. You can add bright flowers, seashells, artwork with beaches & palm trees, or other creative items that bring the room to life. Summer is an exciting time for many residents at our Madison assisted living community, so you can share in their joy by helping decorate their room during your next visit.

Tennyson Assisted Living – A Respected Madison Senior Retirement Community
If you are looking for a caring and nurturing environment for your loved one, Tennyson Assisted Living is here to help. Our staff is highly trained to provide the most comfortable living arrangements for each resident. We also offer specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
For more information about our facility, contact us online or give us a call at (608) 286-1410.